A shroud that is attached to, or partially or completely encircles, the barrel and that permits the shooter to hold the firearm with the non-trigger hand without being burned

A manufactured weight of 50 ounces or more when the pistol is unloaded

A semiautomatic shotgun that has at least 2 of the following:

A folding or telescoping stock

A pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the action of the weapon

A fixed magazine capacity in excess of 5 rounds

An ability to accept a detachable magazine

If you’re unsure whether or not one of your guns is an assault weapon, that’s OK. We’ll have on-site SPD experts at the ready during the buyback to help out. Just remember: be careful, and handle all firearms as if they were loaded.

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